Textile/Graphic Print Designer – Northern Suburbs Location: capetown Level: Middle Salary: Negotiable Posted: June 20, 2024 Ref: #6162
DescriptionA busy Retail Trend/Design Centre is on the lookout for a talented Clothing Textile and Graphic Print Designer to join their team. Proven experience as Textile/Graphic Print Designer in a busy Retail environment essential. ResponsibilitiesResponsible for graphic and textile design execution in line with trend and design strategy.Research, analyse, select and inform on commercial relevant international print trends and techniques, establish and present the textile and graphic print trends that will define the new season.Continuously keep abreast of and highlight/flag emerging updates to these textile and graphic print trends through understanding our customer sales.Translate the textile and graphic print trend seasonal direction into customer appropriate textile and graphic print ensuring that key stakeholders in the business have a clear understanding of how to apply the trend to their portfolios.Create signature prints to pull ranges together and update core volume lines, while understanding our customer needs & preferences.Keep abreast of and design licensed prints where required.Identifying and informing buying teams on latest perennial and fashion prints for the season and weighting thereof.Working with AVA and product technology on seasonal prints across volume lines.RequirementsQualifications: Diploma/Degree in Textile Design OR Bachelor Degree in Art.
Experience: Minimum of 3 – 5 years' experience in design, with proven experience in Apparel.
Additional: • Retail merchandise cycle with regards to buying.• South African retail clothing market, customers, competitors and international landscape.• To deliver trend and brand relevant placement graphics, textile, embroidery and print designs.• Create new digital textile designs/prints as all overs, placements or engineered prints.• Keep up to date with the latest trends in fashion and textiles, locally and internationally.• Put together trend forecasts and colour pallets for future seasons.• Put together presentation boards for Designers.• Approve artwork and match Pantones.• Must have an understanding of different printing processes applicable to the textile industry.• Ensure projects/designs are completed on time.• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite.• Be able to work on a MAC computer system.• Be able to sketch technical drawings for designers will be an advantage.• Strong eye for fashion and detail with the ability to predict, analyse & monetize future retail textile and graphic print trends for local customer.• Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.• All communication demonstrated in an in-depth trend knowledge coupled with a business understanding.• Strong relationship building and influencing skills.• Excellent time management, organizational and administrative skills and presentation skills.• High energy level and is performance-driven and deadline-orientated.• Creative with an eye for detail, analytical and systematic, passionate about fashion.• Remain flexible, function under pressure and maintain a positive attitude and work performance in a variety of circumstances.• Multi-task and to deal with complexities, use initiative to solve problems.• Work independently, as well as be a team player, strong interpersonal skills.Position located in Northern Suburbs. Forward your CV to Gabi Traut at ****** should you have the required experience or call her on 083 274 5193. Visit our website www.trautpersonnel.co.za for all our positions.
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